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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000
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SUMMARY:Building Resilient Landscapes - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Join Lyme Pollinator Pathway for this program at the Lyme Public Hall with horticulturist Tom Christopher\, who will discuss the importance of protecting\, creating and maintaining climate resilient habitat in our backyard as well as in preserved open spaces\, to ensure that all of the land that drains into the Eightmile River watershed is healthy and supports life. Tom Christopher is host of the podcast Growing Greener\, as well as an author/collaborator for several books and columns about improving the environment with native plant restoration. \nhttps://www.thomaschristophergardens.com/ \nCo-sponsored by Lyme Pollinator Pathway and Pollinator Pathway East Lyme.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/building-resilient-landscapes-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Hall\, 249 Hamburg Rd (Rte 156)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250925T203804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T203804Z
UID:6036-1759064400-1759071600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Woodland Wander - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:This will be the first of our relaxed-paced hikes for those who like casual wanders through the woods. There will be time to explore aspects of our natural world that are often missed during the brisk-paced hikes. Meet at Golet Farm Preserve\, on Great Hillwood Road in the Moodus section of East Haddam. Leashed dogs are welcome to hike with their owners. Bring light snacks to share along with EHLT refreshments for an after hike tailgate. \nDirections:\nFrom Route 82 take Route 151\nnorth toward Moodus Center.\nTake a right onto Route 149.\nTake the first right after the Post Office onto Great Hillwood Road.\nThe dirt driveway to the preserve is on your right\, across from the Senior Center.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/woodland-wander-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Golet Farm Preserve\, Great Hillwod Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250811T210052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T210052Z
UID:5979-1758967200-1758992400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Fungal Ecology Walk (Mushrooms) - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fascinating walk with naturalist and mycologist Bill Yule\, to walk\, talk\, and discover mushrooms. Bill will explain about forest and watershed ecology and all things fungal. \nIf you wish\, bring mushrooms from home for identification after the walk. \nOn the walk\, we will discuss how you can upload your observations to support the Wild Lyme Project and its mission to catalog and compare the biodiversity of preserves protected by the Town of Lyme\, The Nature Conservancy\, and the Lyme Land Trust. Participants wishing to record observations to iNat should bring a smartphone\, camera\, or both. All skill levels are welcome\, from experienced to those who have never used the iNaturalist app. \nSpace is limited. Register: education@lymelandtrust.org \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/fungal-ecology-walk-mushrooms-lyme/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250730T161615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T161615Z
UID:5969-1756144800-1756155600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Musical Bridges - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to party with a purpose! Support the East Haddam Land Trust and listen to The Bluesberry Jam Band and friends. Other musicians include Erin and Abe from The Local Honey Project\, Anthony V from The Locomotives\, Cody Urban\, Chas and Kathy Marte\, and more…!\nEHLT directors will be available to describe their favorite hikes\, to explain how you can get involved with us\, and to share the many ways protected woods and water contribute to our outstanding quality of life. We will have membership envelopes available in case you want to join our work.\n\nProceeds from the BBQ and raffle support the purchase of a shed for our tools. Please bring any homegrown or homemade items to put in the raffle.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/musical-bridges-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Goodspeed Opra House\, 6 Main Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423-0281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T223000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T180723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T180723Z
UID:5938-1755894600-1755901800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Observing Session - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Date could shift based on weather. \nRegistration Required: See event web page to register https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/august-22-2025-astronomy-observing-session/\nOnce you register\, you will receive directions to the observation site. \nIn the northwest\, we can look for the Whirlpool Galaxy\, M51 (pictured). In the south we still see the Milky Way stretching out overhead. In the east\, Cassiopeia begins to peek up above the tree line. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, views are afforded at the eyepiece and via real-time digital enhancement. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of astronomy cohorts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Deb Fennell\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo\, Jerry Tardif and Alan Sheiness. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. And if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/astronomy-observing-session-lyme-5/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250811T205438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T205438Z
UID:5975-1755335700-1755345600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Work will involve cutting of Tree of Heaven saplings in the meadows at Mangano-Mazzella Farm Preserve. Park at the Saunders Preserve on Honey Hill Road. Arrive at 9:15 am for coffee and donuts.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/stewardship-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Mangano-Mazzella Farm Preserve\, Honey Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T190745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T190745Z
UID:5965-1755180000-1755183600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Snakes and Turtles - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Ranger Russ’s Special Friends – An introduction to snakes and turtles in a very comfortable way. Dispels myths and helps children to understand and not fear these unique animals. Meigs Point Nature Center will bring live animals to the museum. \nSponsored by the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Watershed.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/snakes-and-turtles-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Historical Society\, 264 Town Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Historical Society":MAILTO:Museum@easthaddamhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T120000
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CREATED:20250811T220347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T220347Z
UID:5992-1755079200-1755086400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Seniors Hike - Airline Trail
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Airline Trail\, Rt.85\, Amston. \nJoin the Salem Senior Striders on the second Wednesday of the month for about a 3 mile hike.\nHikes start at 10:00 AM on the second Wednesday of the month.\nSuggestions: Wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes along with socks. Bring; water\, snacks\, insect repellent\, sun\nscreen\, and a walking stick or trekking poles.\nIf you have any questions: text or call Heidi Buchholtz at 860-917-6720
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/seniors-hike-airline-trail/
LOCATION:Airline Trail\, Rt. 85\, Colchester\, CT\, 06415\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Seniors":MAILTO:salemctseniors@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T190357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T190357Z
UID:5963-1754910000-1754920800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:The POOP MUSEUM - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Susie Maguire aka the Poop Lady will bring the Poop Museum to the East Haddam Historical Society Museum. She covers the serious science of poop and pooping and it is delivered with the silliness that you might imagine accompanying a program about poop. During the program she covers many kinds of animal and insect poops but will also talk about human poop.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/the-poop-museum-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Historical Society\, 264 Town Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T175704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T175704Z
UID:5933-1754767800-1754775000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Paddle - Moodus
DESCRIPTION:The 486 acres of the Upper Moodus Reservoir are ideal for watching the moonrise on a clear\, summer night. We will launch at 7:30 pm from the Upper Moodus Reservoir boat launch on Launching Area Road. Moonrise that night begins at about 8:30 pm. Please dress for the temperature and consider having insect repellent. Water\, binoculars and a camera are suggested. Personal flotation devices are required\, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/full-moon-paddle-moodus/
LOCATION:Upper Moodus Reservoir Boat Launch\, East Haddam - Colchester Turnpike\, East Haddam\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T183516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T183516Z
UID:5953-1754492400-1754496000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Around the Pond - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions\, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts\, but the library will have some available on a first come\, first serve basis. Registration Required. Recommended for ages 6-13. \nGo to event web site to register: https://easthaddamlibrarysystem.org/event/14825/
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/around-the-pond-east-haddam-2/
LOCATION:East Haddam Free  Public Library\, 18 Plains Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T164449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T164449Z
UID:5881-1754492400-1754496000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Around the Pond - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions\, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts\, but the library will have some available on a first come\, first serve basis. Recommended for ages 6-13. \nRegistration Required at event Web site :  https://easthaddamlibrarysystem.org/event/14825/
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/around-the-pond-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Free  Public Library\, 18 Plains Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T184959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T184959Z
UID:5955-1753372800-1753376400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Children's Dragonfly Investigation - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Join Ann Courcy from the Steward Outdoor Day School in this fun and hands-on STEAM experience.\nChildren ages 5-10 will learn all about dragonflies and create a detailed drawing. \nRegistration required on the event website https://www.lymepl.org/event/childrens-dragonfly-investigation-with-ann-courcy-of-the-steward-outdoor-day-school/
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/childrens-dragonfly-investigation-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Library\, 482 Hamburg Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371-3110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Public Libray":MAILTO:staff@lymepl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T230000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T161900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T161900Z
UID:5874-1752872400-1752879600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:Place: Trail 53 Observatory\nContact Email: astronomy@lymelandtrust.org \nYoung or old\, experienced\, or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. We have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. \nRegistration required. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. \nFor more information and to register: Astronomy Events
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T163140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T163140Z
UID:5878-1752688800-1752692400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Butterflies of Connecticut - Salem
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/butterflies-of-connecticut-salem-2/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T185902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T185902Z
UID:5960-1752418800-1752424200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Geology and the Long Island Sound - Hadlyme
DESCRIPTION:A 30-million year old stream cut lowland that became a glacial lake and is now a major estuary. \nOn Sunday July 13th from 3-4:30 pm Geologist Ralph Lewis will discuss the geological transformation of one of the best known estuaries on the eastern seaboard. \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/geology-and-the-long-island-sound-hadlyme/
LOCATION:Hadlyme Public Hall\, 63 Ferry Road\, Hadlyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Hadlyme Public Hall":MAILTO:HadlymePublicHall@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250710T174705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T174705Z
UID:5928-1752395400-1752402600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Morning Paddle - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Explore Whalebone Creek\, a freshwater tidal marsh filled with large stands of wild rice where egrets feed. Paddling a kayak or canoe is the best way to enjoy the solitude of this gem of this lower Connecticut River Valley Estuary. We will leave from the launch area next to the Hadlyme ferry to paddle south to the cove entrance. We suggest wearing sunscreen\, hats\, and insect repellent\, and bringing binoculars and water. Personal flotation devices are required\, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/morning-paddle-lyme/
LOCATION:Hadlyme Ferry Launch\, 154 Ferry Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250225T190632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T190632Z
UID:5503-1752318000-1752321600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Fishers in Connecticut Presentation - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Master Wildlife Conservationist\, Ginny Apple. \nIn this slide show presentation\, Ginny will discuss the fisher’s diet\, behavior and its population in Connecticut. There will be time for questions after the presentation. \nRegistration is required. Call 860-859-1130 to register.\nSponsored by the Friends of the Salem Free Public Library
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/fishers-in-connecticut-presentation-salem/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250409T152745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T163511Z
UID:5660-1751191200-1751194800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly Walk at Walden Preserve\nRichard Chyinski will show hikers the amazing varieties of butterflies that live and migrate through the Walden Preserve.  These Butterfly Walks are very popular with children.  Rich has a technique that allows him to safely “catch” these delicate creatures; keep them in hand for the children (and adults!) to study\, and then let them fly free.  Call 860-859-3520 for more information
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/butterfly-walk-salem/
LOCATION:Walden Preserve\, 119 Hagen Road\, Salem\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Land Trust":MAILTO:Lschroeder@snet.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T161604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T161604Z
UID:5872-1750755600-1750762800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Johnston Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the parking area on Rt. 82.\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: Wendy Hill \nAbout a 2.5-mile walk\, with a moderate incline to the overlooks and back. We’ll check out the vegetation that has emerged after the bluff meadow restoration work that was carried out in March. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-johnston-preserve/
LOCATION:Johnston Preserve\, RT 82 (South side)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T161345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T161345Z
UID:5868-1750600800-1750608000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Insect Discovery Walk - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Roaring Brook Preserve\, Day Hill Rd\, Lyme\, CT\nContact Email: education@lymelandtrust.org \nTake a walk of discovery with insect expert\, Katherine Dugas from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required. Register: education@lymelandtrust.org \nThis is part ofthe Wild Lyme project. Channel your inner Charles Darwin to discover species both new and familiar to you. Along with the joy and wonder of exploration and identification\, you’ll contribute to modern-day biology through citizen science.For more information on the Wild Lyme Project and how to install and use iNaturalist. For more information on the Bioblitz Team. \nCo-sponsored with Lyme Pollinator Pathway and Town of Lyme
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/insect-discovery-walk-lyme/
LOCATION:Roaring Brook Preserve\, Day Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T160349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T160349Z
UID:5866-1750586400-1750590000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Family Trail Time - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: vharris1391@gmail.com\nPresenter: Tori Harris \nIn June\, visit the Gnome trail to search for gnomes at Pleasant Valley Preserve. Click here to see the Family Gnome Hunt  map. Meet at the parking lot on MacIntosh Rd. \nJoin Tori and family on the 4th Sunday of every month for a “mile-ish” hike geared towards families with children under 5\, but no age limit! \nKindly email vharris1391@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/family-trail-time-lyme-2/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T230000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T155714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T155714Z
UID:5862-1750453200-1750460400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Observing Session - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Trail 53 Observatory\nContact Email: astronomy@lymelandtrust.org \nYoung or old\, experienced\, or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. We have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. \nRegistration required. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. \nFor more information and to register: Astronomy Events
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/astronomy-observing-session-lyme-4/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T171621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T171621Z
UID:5895-1750359600-1750365000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Nature Photography - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that naturalist\, photographer and writer William Burt will lead a Nature Photography presentation and discussion for the community at the Lyme Public Hall. \nA resident of Old Lyme\, Burt has a passion for wild places—especially marshes—and the elusive birds few people see. He is the author of four books\, and his photographs and stories have appeared in Smithsonian\, Audubon and other magazines. His print exhibitions have shown in museums across the country and Canada\, including the Carnegie Museum of Natural History\, The New Brunswick Museum\, The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County\, and the Harvard Museum of Natural History. \nThis talk is co-sponsored by the East Haddam Land Trust and the Lyme Public Hall. We anticipate a big turnout at this free event\, and preregistration by June 16 is requested at: http://ehlt.org/register-photos. If you have questions\, please contact Kyn at: kyn.tolson@ehlt.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/nature-photography-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Hall\, 249 Hamburg Rd (Rte 156)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T155445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T155445Z
UID:5860-1750323600-1750334400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Botanical Walk - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Brockway Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Rd\, Lyme\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: CT Botanical Society \nJoin us for an exploratory walk with the Connecticut Botanical Society at Brockway Hawthorne Preserve. This 82-acre preserve helps protect the Whalebone Cove watershed\, with wetlands\, vernal pools\, mature forest and a healthy hemlock stand. The trail passes former pasture and an abandoned quarry. \nDirections and Parking: We will meet at the main parking lot for the Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve on Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, about 1/2 mile south of Hadlyme Four Corners. For a trail map. \nPlease Pre-register with Lisa or Wendy below. Raindate: June 26 \nLeaders: Lisa Wahle\, lcwahle@gmail.com\, 860-304-6184\, Wendy Hill\, openspace@townlyme.org.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/botanical-walk-lyme/
LOCATION:Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250506T210500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T210500Z
UID:5848-1750269600-1750273200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/hummingbirds/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250413T154640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T154640Z
UID:5752-1750240800-1750248000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:John Lohmann CT River Preserve - Old Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Wendy Hill \n\nA short steep incline opens to a beautiful expanse of meadow. We will walk along the mowed path to reach our destination\, Whale Rock\, a spectacular outcropping with views of Lord Cove and the CT River. Bring your binoculars. 1.5 miles \nDirections: Parking is along the road near 33 Coult Lane\, Old Lyme. Coult Lane is a small road on the west side of Rte 156 just south of the Lyme’Old Lyme border. From Halls Rd\, Old Lyme\, travel 2 miles north on Rte 156. take a left onto Coult Lane. The preserve is about 1/2 mile in on the right. Look for a mailbox with 33 Coult Lane on it. \n\nPlease Reserve.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to all.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/john-lohmann-ct-river-preserve-old-lyme/
LOCATION:John Lohmann CT River Preserve\, 33 Coult Lane\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250506T210307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T210307Z
UID:5846-1750096800-1750100400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Butterflies of Connecticut - Salem
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/butterflies-of-connecticut-salem/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250225T185751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T185751Z
UID:5499-1749898800-1749902400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Beavers in Connecticut Presentation - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple. \nGinny will discuss beavers as a keystone species\, their biology\, behavior and history as well as the beaver’s unique role in shaping North America’s landscape. \nRegistration is required. Call 860-859-1130 to register.\nSponsored by the Friends of the Salem Free Public Library
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/beavers-in-connecticut-presentation-salem/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134431
CREATED:20250517T154956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T154956Z
UID:5858-1749546000-1749553200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Mt.Archer Woods Hike - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the Mt. Archer Woods parking lot.\nContact Email: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com\nPresenter: Ryan Quinn \nLet’s go hike around the top of Mt. Archer. This hike will be a little over 2 miles and we will have a lot of fun exploring the woods just before the start of summer. \nContact: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/mt-archer-woods-hike-lyme/
LOCATION:Mt Archer Woods\, Mt Archer Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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